In Tunisia, tradition, modernity coincide in harmony
Published May 6, 2010 at 3:10 p.m.
Amid the rock music and the championship barbecue, the annual Memphis in May International Festival devotes a series of events to an annual honored country. Tunisia takes the spotlight tonight at the Orpheum with a performance by Tunisian violin player and composer Walid Gharbi and the Sybel Ballet Theatre. During intermission, chef Rafik Tlati will give audience members a sample of authentic Tunisian cuisine.